Description
Daniel B. Jones and Brent D. Matthews edit this second-edition reference to hernia surgery. It presents operative approaches to inguinal and abdominal wall hernias, with additional discussion of less common presentations and hernia care in infants. Open and minimally invasive techniques are considered alongside anatomy, assessment, and complications.
Topics covered
- Inguinal, ventral, and abdominal wall hernia repair.
- Open, laparoscopic, and robotic operative approaches.
- Technique selection, procedural details, and complication management.
Who it’s for
General surgery residents, abdominal wall surgery fellows, and practising surgeons.
Study use: Compare the approaches for a hernia type, tracing how each chapter organises the operation and addresses technical challenges.

